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Kenyan-born Police Officer Celebrated for Promoting Inclusion and Public Service in Canada
Kenyan-born police officer Idris Maloba has received a Canadian award recognising his work in promoting equity, diversity and inclusion.Constable Maloba, who joined the Ottawa Police Service in 2020, was honoured at t…

Kenya to Allow Online Download and Printing of Birth Certificates via eCitizen
Kenya will allow citizens to download and print birth certificates online through the eCitizen platform, the government has announced. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen confirmed the development on Monday…

Kenya Declares June 25 a Normal Working Day Ahead of Planned Protests
The Government of Kenya has confirmed that Thursday, 25 June, will not be a public holiday.Government Spokesperson Dr Isaac Mwaura said on Monday that the day will proceed as a normal working day. He called on citizen…

Keir Starmer Resigns as Prime Minister
Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party.Keir Starmer said the decision marks the end of his time in office, during which he led the party back into government af…

Currency Devaluation and Visa Restrictions Alter Indian Students’ Overseas Education Plans
The recent currency depreciation and stringent visa regulations have posed significant challenges for Indian students aspiring to pursue education abroad, primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. The Ind…

NASA's Lunar Ambitions Heat Up Global Space Race with China
NASA’s renewed focus on lunar exploration is intensifying the global space race, particularly with China, as both nations vie for technological and strategic superiority beyond Earth's orbit. The United States is inve…

Bird Flu Vaccine Trial Commences Amid Rising Pandemic Concerns
In a significant step towards combating potential influenza pandemics, a bird flu vaccine trial has commenced targeting the H5N1 flu strain, a virus that has periodically devastated bird populations across the globe…

India's 'Cockroach' Movement Galvanizes Call for Government Accountability
In an extraordinary display of civil disobedience, the burgeoning 'Cockroach' movement has entrenched itself firmly in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of India's education minister. This movement, which has rapid…

Australia Raises Student Visa Fee to AUD 2,000, Highest Among Major Study Destinations
Australia has increased its student visa application fee to AUD 2,000, making it the highest among major English-speaking study destinations.The increase marks the latest step in a series of changes to Australia's int…

Kenya, Canada Move Closer to Labour Mobility Deal for Skilled Workers
Kenya and Canada are moving closer to finalising a Labour Mobility Framework that would create new opportunities for Kenyan professionals to work in Canada through regulated and structured migration channels.The propo…

Gikomba Fire Contained After Nearly 10 Hours, 17 People Injured
A major fire tore through Nairobi’s Gikomba Market early on Sunday, killing two people, injuring several others, and destroying property worth millions of shillings.The blaze broke out at about 4 a.m. and burned for n…

Apple Faces Global Implications with Planned Price Hikes Amid AI-Driven Chip Cost Surge
Apple Inc., the technology giant renowned for its innovative products, is set to increase prices as the burgeoning demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technologies drives up chip costs. This development comes amid…

Can Artificial Intelligence Boost Your Immigration Chances? Experts Weigh In
Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly important part of workplace operations, changing how organisations recruit staff, serve customers and manage daily tasks.AI is no longer limited to research laborato…

Kenyan Woman Recounts Years of Isolation After Returning From Gulf Job
A Kenyan woman has returned home after spending several years working in Saudi Arabia, where her family says she was paid for only two months and was unable to maintain regular contact with relatives.Juliet Amina Juma…

Ruto Unveils Plan for Free Emergency Ambulance Services Nationwide
Kenya will launch its first National Ambulance Dispatch Centre by the end of July, President William Ruto announced during the 95th St. John Ambulance annual parade and inspection at State House on Sunday, 21 June.The…

U.S. and Iran Resume Talks as Lebanon Conflict Poses New Challenges
In a significant diplomatic effort, the United States and Iran have commenced a fresh round of negotiations in Switzerland, aimed at addressing longstanding tensions and ensuring the security of the vital Strait of Ho…

Tensions Rise as Swiss Officials Halt Iran Talks Amid Global Discontent
In a surprising turn of events, Swiss officials announced that negotiations with Iran have been postponed indefinitely, casting uncertainty over the fate of the recent agreement signed by U.S. President Donald Trump…

Japanese Fans Inspire Global Conversations on Gender Roles with World Cup Clean-up Efforts
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Japanese football fans have sparked global conversations about gender roles and cultural expectations, following their widely praised efforts to clean stadiums after matches. As the tou…

Taliban's Ban on Smartphones for Civil Servants Sparks International Concern
The Taliban government's recent mandate banning the use of smartphones among civil servants and military personnel in Afghanistan has raised significant international concern. The directive, issued by the Taliban's hi…

Sheila Chebii Laid to Rest as Investigation Into Death Continues
Twenty-five-year-old Sheila Jepkorir Chebii was buried on Saturday in Elgeyo Marakwet County as family, friends and mourners gathered to pay their final respects while investigations into her death in Australia remain…